“For Women Scotland” Supreme Court Judgment 2025-05-22
2025-05-22
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Context
The Supreme Court judgment in April 2025 requires compliance with certain protections for women’s rights and facilities.
Whether the Commission is taking steps to comply with the Supreme Court judgment in the case of For Women Scotland v. the Scottish Ministers, given reports that biological men should not be allowed to use women's facilities under new guidance. The questioner cites the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care’s statement about upholding sex-based rights.
Officials have reviewed the guidance and policies of the House, and consider that the Commission is complying with the law. However, they will review positions once the final Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance is produced.
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Assessment & feedback
Immediate compliance based on the current interim guidance
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